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Planning permission advice
Hi Our proposed kitchen extension is supposed to start a week on Monday - we have building regs approved but we have hit a snag with planning. Every builder I spoke to when obtaining quotes said that planning permission wouldn't be required, so we just made an enquiry with the planning department to see if it was needed…
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Woodworm Treatment
Hi, I wonder if anyone could advise me please on a ball park figure for woodworm treatment? And do you pay for the survey to tell you if it's active or not, or just the treatment? I have tried ringing various local companies this morning but none of them are open on a Saturday. I have woodworm holes in my bathroom…
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tool belts
Need a tool belt recommendation.
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Window replacement in Tayside area
Hi I'm wondering if anyone can give me any ideas of double glazing companies in the Tayside area that aren't too expensive and do a good job.
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Warm Front grant
We applied for a warm front grant in September 2010 and where told our application had been successful. We rung up every few months to find out when work would be carried out. Every time to be told they where looking for a contractor. Yesterday we where told some one would call us back. They did and dropped the bomb shell,…
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flexible radiator pipe covers
I've installed all the radiators in the bungalow and will be able to use the straight white snap on cover on 4 radiatiors. However 2 radiators have the bends in the pipe so I was wondering if there is such a product that would cover the 15mm copper radiator pipes that have bends. I can't really box the pipes in as they are…
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cavity wall insulation GFF legal advice
Hi My nan and grandad live in and own a GFF. They own the free hold as well. They desperately need cavity wall insulation but unfortunately the man who owns the upstairs flat will not cooperate. He rents the flat out, refuses to pay any ground rent and even though my nan and grandad are willing to pay for the insulation…
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Limestone Drive
After more than 20 years, the time has come for maintenance on my limestone drive. The slabs are irregular and between 1 and 2 inches thick. It's been cleaned but needs re-pointing. Some of the gaps between the slabs are the size of your fist and others are hairline cracks. What do I use for re-pointing? One or two of the…
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Anglian (Timberland) Flooring - worth it?
Hi all, Just wondering whether the Timberland flooring supplied by Anglian is worth it? Seems very expensive, but they state they have a guarantee in place, but thinking it is just a name hence can charge what they like - any thoughts? best just going with the local recommended joiner? TIA.
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Building Control joys
Hi Folks, I'm currently doing a House extension and having to deal with the joy that is called Building Control. Not sure if this is across the board but my inspector seems really arrogant and talks down to you and it’s not just me being vain or ego kicking in. Anyway, he has been visiting to inspect my foundations now…
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Changing a kitchen tap - combi boiler system
Hi, I need to change the kitchen taps but haven't done any plumbing diy since we changed from a gravity to a sealed system. I would like some advice on the safest way of turning off the water - draining the water pipes - turning the water back on, so not to damage our newly installed Vaillant combi boiler. There is only a…
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Front wall/fence - suggestions of alternatives to brick or picket fence wanted
Hi everyone, we've just moved into a Victorian townhouse with a lower ground floor/semi basement. It has a very small front garden and currently has a picket fence. This lets in loads of light into the kitchen but means passers-by can look straight down into our kitchen. I realise that if I replaced the picket fence with a…
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Humidity Reading
I would be interested in hearing from others who can measure the humidity in their home (possibly using a digital humidity measuring device). I am interested in the current levels of humidity as I am looking at a winter humidity problem and wanted to compare summer conditions. It mght be also useful if you could quote the…
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Matrix EasyClean shower glass
We've just had a new shower enclosure fitted. Its by Matrix and the glass has an 'EasyClean' coating.Is there anything special I should use or NOT use on it.
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acrylic varnish removal from slate
Does anyone know how I can get some acrylic varnish off my slate window sills? my huband put it on a few years ago ( i was not very happy) and now it is peeling an looks terrible, I have rubbed it with the grain with very fine wire wool, and some has come off, but i wondered if I could use a mild abbrasive cleaner like…
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Problems with plumbers
When my washing machine broke my landlord gave a phone number to a company that he usually calls on such occasions. They sent a technician who fixed the pump but at the same time did something with the door so the washing machine wouldn't lock any more. I called them again and explained the situation. They insisted that it…
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Where can I get hardboard cut to size?
Need a reply ASAP please as I have a handy-man here who I'm worried will leave me in the lurch :( Basically, I have an area I need covering. A bit of hardboard with some paint will have to do for now, but I don't have a saw or other cutting tools and do not trust myself to do it. I just want someone to cut the board to…
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Buying sofa's
Can anyone recommend a good place to buy sofa's from. I've been looking at a few of the 'shed' type warehouses - and the quality seems pretty poor. I'm looking for a three piece suite for my mums place. Thanks WG
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cost to put up a greenhouse
I'm currently saving for a greenhouse and wondering how much I'll need to pay to get it erected. The greenhouse I'm hoping to buy is a 8'x18' Rhino. It doesn't need a concrete base but will need some concrete anchors. We live in the north of Scotland. Not sure if I could do the work myself with my partner's help. The…
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Leaking Fridge - ewww wet socks!!
Hello I have a fridge that leaves a little pool of water outside most mornings that I nearly always seem to step in! Any advice? I haven't had a really good look yet - but is it getting blocked somewhere? Where should the excess water go? Is it the right temperature? etc... Many thanks :)
